In the May 14 issue of SOAP OPERA WEEKLY, on sale Tuesday, May 7...

IN THE NEWS: B&B's JOSEPH MASCOLO (Massimo)
Joseph Mascolo, who plays Ridge's dad shipping magnate Massimo, compares his B&B character to his former Days of Our Lives character, Stefano. Find out how he rates his new role.

THE HIT PARADE
Rick and Amber's recent tragedy certainly was a tearjerker. Read our "Hit" and see if you agree with our option of the storyline.

AWARD TIME
B&B is being recognized by TV Cares for a very touching storyline. Tracy Melchior (Kristen) tells WEEKLY why she thinks the story was award worthy.

DUELING DIVAS
TV Guide's Michael Logan goes to head with WEEKLY's Carolyn Hinsey about B&B's orgasmic experience. Find out which reporter said this: "I'd much rather watch a pregnant lady have an orgasm on B&B when it comes down to it (no pun intended)."

REAL-LIFE RUMBLINGS
Ronn Moss hasn't watched a lick of B&B in months and he tells us why in our real-life section. Also, a WEEKLY reporter had a routine question for Joseph Mascolo, but didn't get a routine answer. Find out what made him say, "I tell them to put it in every opening in their body."

BE HEARD
This week in our "Viewer's Voice" section, we ask: Which character is most in need of a storyline? Visit soaps.about.com/soapoperaweekl y to share your opinions or drop us an e-mail here.

QUOTE OF THE WEEKFind out which B&B star said this: "I'm not putting chips in your breasts and nose and teeth!"

Also check out our casting news, "Sneak Peeks," and "Last Week" recaps.

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